Charlton could see by the way Serena's lips quirked up that he said the right words. He tsked inwardly. How much easier could she get? Surprisingly, she did not play defensive and only continued to dress him.
Serena could feel Charlton's gaze and it made her feel warm. Briefly, she recalled his words, and she had to ask herself, was it she who has not woken up yet? For in that instance, she felt like she was in the most wonderful dream. Her heart felt so full of love, tenderness, and happiness that it wanted to burst.
"Charlton?" she called his name after she tied the drawstrings of his blouse.
"Yes?" Charlton asked softly.
Serena could not help herself; she placed her hands on both sides of his head, said, the words, "I love you." Before tiptoeing and pressing her lips on his.